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1017230

registered interest
date	29/11/2018
answering body	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
answering dept id	16
answering dept short name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
answering dept sort name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
hansard heading	Libya: Politics and Government
house id	1
legislature	25259 pref label House of Commons
question text	To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs, what recent assessment he has made of the political and security situation in Libya.
tabling member constituency	Coventry South
tabling member printed	Mr Jim Cunningham
uin	197328
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 04/12/2018 answer text <p>​The UK remains deeply concerned by the security situation in Libya. Recent violence in Tripoli has highlighted the need for more sustainable security arrangements not just in the capital but across the whole of the country. We strongly condemn any threats or use of force which endanger civilians, threaten stability or undermine the UN-led political process.</p><p>The political situation in Libya remains complex. We are clear that the only way of achieving stability in Libya is through an inclusive political settlement. The UK strongly supports UN Special Representative Ghassan Salamé and welcomes his plan for a National Conference to take place in early 2019. This is intended to bring together a wide range of Libyan stakeholders in order to seek broader consensus on key questions relating to Libya's political transition. In addition to our support of the UN-led political process, we continue to play an active role in wider efforts to stabilise Libya. This year we have allocated £12 million through the Conflict, Stability and Security Fund to boost political participation and economic development, and to support the delivery of greater security, stability and resilience, including through tackling extremism.</p> answering member constituency North East Bedfordshire answering member printed Alistair Burt question first answered 04/12/2018 17:16:13 answering member 1201 label Biography information for Alistair Burt
tabling member	308 label Biography information for Mr Jim Cunningham

1016293

registered interest
date	28/11/2018
answering body	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
answering dept id	16
answering dept short name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
answering dept sort name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
hansard heading	Ukraine: Sovereignty
house id	1
legislature	25259 pref label House of Commons
question text	To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs, what steps he is taking to support the independence and sovereignty of Ukraine.
tabling member constituency	Coventry South
tabling member printed	Mr Jim Cunningham
uin	196687
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 03/12/2018 answer text <p>The UK continues to fully support Ukraine's independence and territorial integrity. Crimea and the Donbas are part of Ukraine – what Russia has done and continues to do there breaches its obligations under international law.</p><p>Together with partners, we continue to call on Russia to abide by its international commitments and withdraw its forces from all of Ukraine, including the Donbas and Crimea. We strongly condemn recent Russian aggression against Ukrainian vessels near the Kerch Strait. This is yet further evidence of Russia's continued violation of Ukrainian sovereignty following the illegal annexation of Crimea and construction of the Kerch Bridge.</p><p>The Foreign Secretary issued a statement on 26 November, and spoke with the Ukrainian Foreign Minister on 29 November to reiterate that the UK stands with Ukraine against Russian aggression. The UK also spoke in support of the independence and sovereignty of Ukraine at emergency sessions in the UN Security Council, NATO, EU and OSCE.</p><p>The UK is also providing over £35 million to support Ukraine in a range of areas including governance reform, anti-corruption and humanitarian aid to help Ukraine continue its transition to become a stable, transparent and prosperous state.</p> answering member constituency Rutland and Melton answering member printed Sir Alan Duncan question first answered 03/12/2018 17:39:04 answering member 343 label Biography information for Sir Alan Duncan
tabling member	308 label Biography information for Mr Jim Cunningham

1015384

registered interest
date	27/11/2018
answering body	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
answering dept id	16
answering dept short name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
answering dept sort name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
hansard heading	Zimbabwe: Politics and Government
house id	1
legislature	25259 pref label House of Commons
question text	To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs, what recent assessment he has made of the political and security situation in Zimbabwe.
tabling member constituency	Coventry South
tabling member printed	Mr Jim Cunningham
uin	196089
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 03/12/2018 answer text <p>We agree with the international electoral mission's reports, that there remain significant shortcomings in the electoral system which must be addressed to build much-needed confidence in Zimbabwe's democratic process. We welcomed the establishment of the independent Commission of Inquiry to investigate the violence against civilians in the post-election period. The Commission must report its findings in a transparent and timely manner.</p><p>Following early August violence, which left at least 6 people dead, the security situation in Zimbabwe has remained calm.</p> answering member constituency West Worcestershire answering member printed Harriett Baldwin question first answered 03/12/2018 16:40:39 answering member 4107 label Biography information for Dame Harriett Baldwin
tabling member	308 label Biography information for Mr Jim Cunningham

1015028

registered interest
date	26/11/2018
answering body	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
answering dept id	16
answering dept short name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
answering dept sort name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
hansard heading	Somaliland: Politics and Government
house id	1
legislature	25259 pref label House of Commons
question text	To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs, what recent discussions he has had with the Government of Somaliland on (a) security in that region and (b) the Somaliland's future sovereignty.
tabling member constituency	Coventry South
tabling member printed	Mr Jim Cunningham
uin	195464
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 29/11/2018 answer text <p>I discussed security with President Musa Bihi during my 7 October visit to Hargeisa. Somaliland has a crucial role in combatting the threat from terrorism in the region. The UK provides a range of assistance to Somaliland, including to enhance Somaliland's capability to disrupt terrorist threats, gather evidence and make arrests based on respect for human rights and the rule of law. The UK also supports Somaliland's efforts to contribute to security in the region through engagement with the police, judiciary and civil society.</p><p>We remain concerned about clashes earlier this year near the town of Tukareq, and we strongly encourage leaders on all sides to resolve disputes peacefully and engage with the mediation process led by the Inter-Governmental Authority on Development (IGAD).</p><p>The UK does not recognise Somaliland's declaration of independence. Our long-standing position remains that it is for Somalis themselves to reach an agreement on Somaliland's status through dialogue, and for countries in the region to lead on recognising the outcome of this dialogue.</p> answering member constituency West Worcestershire answering member printed Harriett Baldwin question first answered 29/11/2018 16:28:30 answering member 4107 label Biography information for Dame Harriett Baldwin
tabling member	308 label Biography information for Mr Jim Cunningham

1012321

registered interest
date	22/11/2018
answering body	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
answering dept id	16
answering dept short name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
answering dept sort name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
hansard heading	British Nationals Abroad: Prisoners
house id	1
legislature	25259 pref label House of Commons
question text	To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs, how many UK nationals are currently in prison abroad, and what data his department holds on where those people are imprisoned.
tabling member constituency	Coventry South
tabling member printed	Mr Jim Cunningham
uin	194606
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 27/11/2018 answer text <p>​As of May 2018, we are aware of 2,325 British nationals in detention in 114 countries abroad. This can include British nationals in immigration detention, in police custody, on remand awaiting trial, and sentenced prisoners. We collate detainee statistics twice a year from our case management system records to provide a snapshot of the number of British national arrest/detention cases reported to us. Consular data, including arrest/detention cases by location is publicly available on GOV.UK: <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/foreign-commonwealth-office-consular-data-2018" target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/foreign-commonwealth-office-consular-data-2018</a></p> answering member constituency West Worcestershire answering member printed Harriett Baldwin question first answered 27/11/2018 16:10:11 answering member 4107 label Biography information for Dame Harriett Baldwin
tabling member	308 label Biography information for Mr Jim Cunningham

1011468

registered interest
date	21/11/2018
answering body	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
answering dept id	16
answering dept short name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
answering dept sort name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
hansard heading	INTERPOL
house id	1
legislature	25259 pref label House of Commons
question text	To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs, what discussions he had with his US counterpart prior to the election of a new President for Interpol.
tabling member constituency	Coventry South
tabling member printed	Mr Jim Cunningham
uin	194031
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 26/11/2018 answer text <p>In the run up to the election, there were many contacts between Foreign and Commonwealth Office, Home Office and National Crime Agency officials with their American counterparts as well as allies in many other countries. The government congratulates Kim Jong-yang on his successful election.</p> answering member constituency Rutland and Melton answering member printed Sir Alan Duncan question first answered 26/11/2018 16:35:30 answering member 343 label Biography information for Sir Alan Duncan
tabling member	308 label Biography information for Mr Jim Cunningham

1010644

registered interest
date	20/11/2018
answering body	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
answering dept id	16
answering dept short name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
answering dept sort name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
hansard heading	Gibraltar: Sovereignty
house id	1
legislature	25259 pref label House of Commons
question text	To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs, what discussions the Government has had with the Government of Spain on the future of Gibraltar during the negotiations on leaving the EU.
tabling member constituency	Coventry South
tabling member printed	Mr Jim Cunningham
uin	193373
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 23/11/2018 answer text <p>Since June 2016, the British Government has engaged constructively with our European partners to address the practical implications for Gibraltar arising from EU exit, including for the more than 8,000 Spanish frontier workers crossing into Gibraltar daily. As the Prime Minister reiterated in the House of Commons on 21 November, the UK has fully involved the Government of Gibraltar throughout. Our commitment to Gibraltar’s sovereignty, its people and its economy remains absolute, including in any discussions regarding the future.</p><p>​</p> answering member constituency Rutland and Melton answering member printed Sir Alan Duncan question first answered 23/11/2018 11:10:56 answering member 343 label Biography information for Sir Alan Duncan
tabling member	308 label Biography information for Mr Jim Cunningham

1010229

registered interest
date	19/11/2018
answering body	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
answering dept id	16
answering dept short name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
answering dept sort name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
hansard heading	Central African Republic: Politics and Government
house id	1
legislature	25259 pref label House of Commons
question text	To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs, what recent assessment he has made of the security situation in Central African Republic.
tabling member constituency	Coventry South
tabling member printed	Mr Jim Cunningham
uin	192737
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 22/11/2018 answer text <p>​The security situation in Central African Republic has deteriorated significantly over the past 12-18 months and remains extremely concerning. Armed groups are in control of approximately 70 per cent of the country. The State remains almost non-existent with control limited to the capital, Bangui. The risk of protests and violence remains high and unpredictable.</p><p>The UK is committed to working within the UN Security Council and the EU to ensure that the UN Peacekeeping Mission in CAR (MINUSCA) and the EU Training Mission (EUTM RCA) can deliver on their respective stabilisation mandates.</p> answering member constituency West Worcestershire answering member printed Harriett Baldwin question first answered 22/11/2018 16:29:24 answering member 4107 label Biography information for Dame Harriett Baldwin
tabling member	308 label Biography information for Mr Jim Cunningham

1008469

registered interest
date	16/11/2018
answering body	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
answering dept id	16
answering dept short name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
answering dept sort name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
hansard heading	Foreign Relations
house id	1
legislature	25259 pref label House of Commons
question text	To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs, what discussions he has had with the governments of non-EU countries on (a) the draft withdrawal agreement for the UK leaving the EU and (b) the effect of that agreement on the UK's future relationships with such countries since that draft agreement was agreed by Cabinet.
tabling member constituency	Coventry South
tabling member printed	Mr Jim Cunningham
uin	192096
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 21/11/2018 answer text <p>​The British Government has an active programme of engagement with our international partners outside the EU on a range of issues, including EU exit, where we keep countries updated on a regular basis at key moments in the negotiations. As the Prime Minister has said, the UK is leaving the European Union not Europe. The draft Withdrawal Agreement and outline Political Declaration provide the basis for what will be the closest relationship between the EU and any third country and signals the ambition of both sides to embark on a new, deep and special partnership after the UK leaves the EU, as well as strengthened relationships with other countries further afield.</p> answering member constituency Rutland and Melton answering member printed Sir Alan Duncan question first answered 21/11/2018 17:49:53 answering member 343 label Biography information for Sir Alan Duncan
tabling member	308 label Biography information for Mr Jim Cunningham

1007796

registered interest
date	15/11/2018
answering body	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
answering dept id	16
answering dept short name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
answering dept sort name	Foreign and Commonwealth Office
hansard heading	BBC World Service
house id	1
legislature	25259 pref label House of Commons
question text	To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs, what steps his Department is taking to support the work of the BBC World Service.
tabling member constituency	Coventry South
tabling member printed	Mr Jim Cunningham
uin	191860
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 20/11/2018 answer text <p>BBC World Service provides accurate, impartial and independent news and analysis, and helps to promote Britain and our values around the world. Additional Government investment has helped World Service undergo the biggest expansion in 70 years.</p><p>In 2016, the Foreign Secretary agreed to fund new language and additional enhanced services. The World Service's 'World 2020' programme brings high quality and impartial news to an even larger global audience, by reaching some of the most remote places in the world. The Foreign and Commonwealth Office funding commitment to the programme amounts to nearly £291 million between 2016-2020.</p> answering member constituency Cities of London and Westminster answering member printed Mark Field question first answered 20/11/2018 17:25:47 answering member 1405 label Biography information for Mark Field
tabling member	308 label Biography information for Mr Jim Cunningham